Works for
Anti-agingLactobionic acid, Acetyl glucosamineWorks well
“This liquid peel also provides anti-ageing benefits, helping to minimise the look of fine lines and pores.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains acetyl glucosamine, lactobionic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
ExfoliationLactobionic acid, Salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Resurfacing Peel by Darphin”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: lactobionic acid, salicylic acid.
Evens skin toneLactobionic acid, Acetyl glucosamine + 2 moreWorks well
“It works like a very gentle glycolic peel, leaving the skin feeling smoother and appearing more even in tone.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: acetyl glucosamine, lactobionic acid, salicylic acid
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: yeast extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acid, Lactobionic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: lactobionic acid
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Lactobionic acid, Castanea sativa seed extract + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (lactobionic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - castanea sativa seed extract, yeast extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Lactobionic acid, Acetyl glucosamine + 3 moreWorks well
“Then follow this with a moisturiser without rinsing.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": yeast extract, castanea sativa seed extract.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl glucosamine, lactobionic acid
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Alcohol denat.~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Water~12–18%
Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidLactobionic acid~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidButylene glycol~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolHamamelis virginiana extract~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractSalvia sclarea extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Salvia sclarea extractOryza sativa bran extract~1.1–1.7%
Castanea sativa seed extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help neutralize free radicals
More about Castanea sativa seed extractAcetyl glucosamine~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skin
More about Acetyl glucosamineYeast extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.45–1.05%
Benzalkonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together and works as a cleansing agent (detergent). Also used as a preservative. Can be irritating
More about Benzalkonium chlorideParfum~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisodium edta~0.15–0.65%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Citral~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Alcohol denat., Water, Salicylic acid, Lactobionic acid, Butylene glycol, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Salvia sclarea extract, Oryza sativa bran extract, Castanea sativa seed extract, Acetyl glucosamine, Yeast extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzalkonium chloride, Parfum, Disodium edta, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Citral, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| DarphinResurfacing Peel by DarphinYOUR PRODUCT | Geek GorgeousCalm Down Liquid | Dr. Whitney Bowe BeautyExfoliation Night | 111SKINPrecision Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 78% | 78% |
| Price | $68.32 | $13.02−$55.30 | $79.00+$10.68 | $248.20+$179.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Gluconolactone | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: BeautyStat Universal Triple Action Daily Peel with Glucosamine & AHAs/BHAsClinique Clarifying Lotion Step 2 Twice a Day Exfoliator Dry to Very Dry Skin
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
- 4
- 5Lactobionic acidmdedge.com
- 6
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